HIP 55588
HIP 55588 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.
At a distance of roughly 1,056 light-years, HIP 55588 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
HIP 55588 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.00, HIP 55588 sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.464.
物理特性
| 光谱类型 | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| 色指数 (B−V) | 1.464 |
观测
| 视星等 | +5.00 |
| 绝对星等 | -2.55 |
| 距离 | 1,056 ly |
| 星座 | Centaurus |
位置
| 赤经 | 11h 23.21m |
| 赤纬 | -36° 9.89′ |
常见问题
What type of star is HIP 55588?
HIP 55588 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 55588 from Earth?
HIP 55588 is approximately 1,055.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 55588 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.00, HIP 55588 is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 55588 in?
HIP 55588 is located in the constellation Centaurus.